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The Residential One-Stop Guideline lists the various requirements for plan submittal and review of residential construction projects.
Last updated: September 8, 2025
Guidelines for applying for a residential repairs permit. Residential repairs permits are required for repairs that involve only replacement of existing structural members and other building elements.
Last updated: 12/28/2022
Este formulario debe ser completado por el solicitante para obtener permisos para trabajos que no requieren una revisión del plano siempre y cuando los materiales sean iguales o equivalentes a los materiales que van a ser reparados o reemplazados.
Residential Repair Spec List in Spanish.
Last updated: January 2024
Application to request an iPermits portal account for a licensed contractor and advance pay accounts (APA or SR).
Last updated: 03-18-2024
Quick reference handout listing Building Code Enforcement's permit fees, effective January 1, 2026.
Last updated: 1/1/2026
How to guide for purchasing a trade permit online through iPermits portal.
Last Updated: May 2025.
List of Emergency Responder Communication Coverage (ERCC) Designer/Lead Installation Personnel approved by the City of Houston to perform special inspections.
Last updated: February 19, 2026
This is an example of an inspection letter for a typical solar panel system. For a Solar APP+ project, refer to form CE-1387b.
Last updated: Nov. 17, 2022